A few years ago I came across this article from Marc and Angel entitled, “20 Questions You Should Ask Yourself Every Sunday.” While I by no means go through this list every week, the weeks I do I feel calmer. My life makes more sense. My goals seem more manageable.

I love a lot of these questions. “My greatest accomplishment over the past week” always makes me feel better about even the most lackluster of weeks. “My Top 3 Goals For The Next 3 Years” is an ever-evolving question in my life. But my very favorite is Question #12.

Is there anyone that deserves a big ‘Thank You’? – Take time each week to thank the people who have helped you. Your kind gesture will not go unnoticed.

The weeks I take the time to actually sit down and thank those who deserve my appreciation I’ve noticed a difference. Who doesn’t love a genuine, unexpected thank you? I need to do this more.

So here is the list. Because it’s a Sunday and it’s been a WEEK for me. And because good things need to be shared.

What did I learn last week? – If you have trouble answering this question, it’s time for a change. It doesn’t matter how old you are, you should learn something new every week.

What was my greatest accomplishment over the past week? – Reflecting on your accomplishments is a healthy way to raise self confidence and contentment. It’s also an effective way to track your progress.

Which moment from last week was the most memorable and why? – It may open up your mind to new passions and goals, or simple pastimes worth revisiting.

What’s the #1 thing I need to accomplish this week? – Everything else is secondary, and should be treated as such. Nevertheless, this question will also shine light on other noteworthy tasks.

What can I do right now to make the week less stressful? – Set reminders in your calendar, get your laundry done, fill the car with gas… organize yourself.

What have I struggled with in the past that might also affect the upcoming week? – The idea here is to learn from your struggles and better equip yourself for future encounters.

What was last week’s biggest time sink? – Steer clear of this in the future. Setup physical barriers against distractions if you have to.

Am I carrying any excess baggage into the week that can be dropped? – Physical clutter, mental clutter… eliminate the unnecessary so the necessary may shine bright.

What have I been avoiding that needs to get done? – Pencil in a time to get these things done. For any 2-minute or less tasks, consider scheduling them first thing Monday morning.

What opportunities are still on the table? – If it’s still available and you want it, make a concrete plan to go after it this week.

Is there anyone I’ve been meaning to talk to? – Regular communication can solve problems before they fester. Always keep an open line of communication to those around you.

Is there anyone that deserves a big ‘Thank You’? – Take time each week to thank the people who have helped you. Your kind gesture will not go unnoticed.

How can I help someone else this coming week? – The easiest way to get what you want is to help others get what they want. If you help them, they will remember you when you need help.

What are my top 3 goals for the next 3 years? – You’ll never make any progress in life if you don’t setup realistic goals for yourself.

Have any of my recent actions moved me closer to my goals? – If the answer is no, something needs to change.

What’s the next step for each goal? – Knowing the next step is the key to accomplishing the whole.

What am I looking forward to during the upcoming week? – The answer can act as a great source of motivation. If nothing exists, schedulesomething to look forward to.

What are my fears? – Consciously address your fears each week and slowly work on resolving them. It’s all about taking baby steps.

What am I most grateful for? – It’s a smart way to keep things in perspective, and something you should never lose sight of.

If I knew I only had one week to live, who would I spend my time with? – Another helpful reminder… Life is short. Spend more time with the people you care about.

3 Responses to “20 Questions You Should Ask Yourself Every Sunday”

I work for a bank, and I know we have alternate power supplies (diesel generators) in our most important buildings, with server farms, and security systems for needed files, and such, as well as vaults. This is in Toronto, mind, but I would think there would be companies other than banks and hospitals who could demonstrate a need for backup power.